Researchers have developed a method to genetically reprogram cells to build artificial structures
Scientists program cells to carry out gene-guided construction projects
Tissue Engineering
New technique ‘prints’ cells to create diverse biological environments
This technique could help scientists develop a better understanding of the complex cell-to-cell messaging that dictates a cell’s final fate
Computer modeling, protein development propel cell engineering
Recent advances in bioengineering and computational modeling have given researchers the ability to examine complex biological processes with molecular-level detail
Synthetic antibodies built with bacterial superglue fight emerging viruses
The findings provide a new approach to preventing and treating infections of emerging viruses and could also potentially be used in therapeutics for other diseases
Targeting multiple brain cell types through engineered viral capsids
Researchers have now developed a method to rapidly and efficiently identify designer adeno-associated virus (AAV) variants that can deliver to or “transduce” specific types of cells in mice, enabling scientists to choose a virus based on research or clinical needs
Beta cells from stem cells: Potential for cell replacement therapy
Researchers developed an improved pluripotent stem cell differentiation protocol to generate beta cells in vitro with superior glucose response and insulin secretion. This is a major step towards beta cell replacement therapy
Diabetes reversed in mice with genetically edited stem cells
CRISPR corrects genetic defect so cells can normalize blood sugar
Scientists regenerate neurons in spinal cord injury and optic nerve damage
In a study published online researchers describe the ability of Lin28 – when expressed above its usual levels – to fuel axon regrowth in mice with spinal cord injury or optic nerve injury, enabling repair of the body’s communication grid
Bioengineering biomimetic human small muscular pulmonary arteries
Researchers described a new method for parallel biofabrication of a photopatterned, self-rolled and biomimetic pulmonary arterial microvessel of adjustable size and architecture